Summer Stargazing in Colorado
Summer Stargazing in Colorado
Stargazing is one of the most fun things to do on a summer night in Colorado. Getting away from it all and enjoying what the universe has to offer can be a very humbling experience. Take the whole family, pack a picnic and head out under the stars!
There is usually something celestial and exciting going on above us, much to our surprise.
- Solar Eclipse
- Lunar Eclipse
- Full Moon
- New Moon
- Passing Planets
- Shooting Stars
- Meteor Showers
What to Bring
- Binoculars
- Telescope
- Camera or video camera
- Star / constellation map
- Flashlights
- Blanket
- Snacks or dinner
- Water
- Insect repellant
- Warm clothing
You can view stars when you are camping in the mountains or even see them from your own backyard (assuming surrounding light is not an issue). There are also many planetariums around Colorado that are great for viewing.
Planetariums in Colorado
- Harry Zacheis Planetarium and Observatory – Alamosa
- Aspen High School Planetarium – Aspen
- Fiske Planetarium and Science Center – Boulder
- Scott Carpenter Planetarium – Colorado Springs
- Gates Planetarium – Denver
- Steele Planetarium – Denver
- Fort Lupton High School Planetarium – Fort Lupton
- Western Sky Planetarium – Grand Junction
- Robert H. Johnson Planetarium – Lakewood
- Lamar High School Planetarium – Lamar
- Central High School Planetarium – Pueblo
- Christa McAuliffe Planetarium – Pueblo
- USAF Academy Planetarium – USAF Academy
If you are looking for outdoor places to stargaze in Colorado, check out http://www.myswingle.com/seasonal-tips/enjoying-colorado-outdoor-spaces-star-gazing.
Enjoy a night under the stars with your loved ones this summer!
